Glimpse of Europe 2009
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Highlights

  • Dover
  • Paris
  • Lucerne
  • Schaffhausen
  • Black Forest
  • Heidelberg
  • Rhineland
  • Cologne
  • Amsterdam

    Glimpse of Europe 2009 Whats Included

    Sightseeing Highlights

  • Dover: See the White Cliffs.
  • Paris: Sightseeing includes views of Notre Dame Cathedral, the Eiffel Tower, Champs Elysees and Arc de Triomphe.
  • Lucerne: See the Lion Monument and medieval Old Town.
  • Schaffhausen: Stop to admire the mighty Rhine Falls.
  • Black Forest: Drive through Germany's famous forest and see beautiful Lake Titisee.
  • Heidelberg: View the Castle.
  • Rhineland: Scenic Rhine cruise (weather permitting).
  • Cologne: View the beautiful gothic Cathedral.
  • Amsterdam: Watch diamond cutters and polishers at work.

    Meals

  • 1 continental breakfast and 1 buffet breakfast in London
  • 6 buffet breakfasts
  • 3 three-course dinnersTotal 11 meals (see day by day Itinerary)

    Travel highlights

  • Sightseeing/orientation in Paris, Lucerne, Heidelberg and Amsterdam.
  • Accommodation in twin-bedded rooms with private facilities.
  • All hotel service charges, taxes, baggage handling and hotel tips are included.
  • Touring by luxury air-conditioned coach with reclining seats.
  • Services throughout the tour of a professional multi-lingual Tour Director.
  • The services of a Trafalgar Representative at your London hotel.
  • Specialised local guide in Paris.
  • Cross-channel transportation.
  • A stylish wallet, tour documents and map.
  • For London airport shuttle service, conditions apply.

    Airport Transfers

  • London Gateways: A Trafalgar bonus - transfers can be expensive, particularly between the Airport and central London. When you book your Costsaver tour with Trafalgar your transfers to and from the airport are included. It's that simple. Trafalgar has included a Free transfer to and from your airport and Central London.
  • Important - Please Note: Passengers will only be entitled to transfers to and from London Airports providing the following conditions are met:
  • You are staying at a London hotel, booked by Trafalgar, on the night of your arrival and the night prior to the date of your departure.
  • Flights are either booked by Trafalgar or detailed information on flights is provided by your Travel Agent not less than 21 days prior to departure.
  • Only one included transfer both inbound and outbound per tour is included by Trafalgar. Transfers are by express train to a Central London Rail Station.
  • Heathrow Express operates between 05.10-23.30. Gatwick Express operates inbound services between 05.20-23.45 and outbound services from 04.30-23.45. Transfers outside of these times are at the passengers own expense.
  • In the event of unforeseen events (road or rail works, demonstrations, strikes) Trafalgar will not be held responsible for delayed or cancelled transfers.
  • No refund is available for passengers not utilising this service.
  • Why not upgrade to a Hotelink transfer from the Airport to-the-door of your Trafalgar London hotel (please ask Trafalgar or your travel agent of the additional upgrade price per person when booking)
  • European Gateways: With Trafalgar all passengers will receive complimentary arrival and departure transfers on the scheduled arrival and departure day of their tour at the times specified below. Please ensure your Travel Agent reserves your flight to co-ordinate with the transfer times shown.
  • Trafalgar Bonus - Passengers who book Trafalgar's Land+Air package and who arrive or depart outside of these specified times on the scheduled arrival and departure day of the tour will also be provided with a transfer.
  • Passengers arriving before or leaving after the scheduled tour days are not entitled to a transfer but may book and purchase one through Trafalgar providing that they also purchase the additional pre and/or post tour hotel night(s) from Trafalgar. Please ask for prices of transfers at the time of booking your extra night accommodation.
  • Passengers arriving before or leaving after the scheduled tour days are not entitled to a transfer but may book and purchase one through Trafalgar providing that they also purchase the additional pre and/or post tour hotel night(s) from Trafalgar. Please ask for prices of transfers at the time of booking your extra night accommodation.
  • Land only passengers arriving or departing on the scheduled tour arrival or departure days but whose flights don't coincide with the listed transfer times below may also book and purchase these transfers. Flight details must be provided to Trafalgar not less than 21 days before the flight departure.
  • Call (310) 590-2322 for more information or to book today! Mention code 7482698
    Tour OperatorTrafalgar Tours
    Duration
    10 Days
    Escorted
    Escorted - Yes
    Itinerary
    DayDestinationDescription
    Day 1Depart USA Depart USA
    : Overnight transatlantic flight to London.
    Day 2London Arrive London
    : Time to relax after checking into your Trafalgar hotel.

    Hotel: Ibis Earls Court
    Day 3Paris London - Paris (2 nights)
    : Greetings from our Tour Director as we drive to Dover for our Channel crossing to Calais in France. We then drive on to Paris. (Continential breakfast)

    Hotel: Mercure Porte D'Orleans
    Day 4Paris Paris sightseeing and at leisure
    : Our tour includes views of the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, Champs Elysees, Place de la Concorde and Notre Dame Cathedral. Later time at leisure to explore. (Buffet breakfast)
    Day 5Lake Lucerne Paris - Lake Lucerne (2 nights)
    : We drive through Burgundy to Switzerland. Later, we reach our Lucerne hotel. (Buffet breakfast / Dinner)

    Hotel: Central
    Day 6Lucerne Lucerne at leisure
    : This morning we see the Lion Monument and the Chapel Bridge. Later, time to shop or to take a mountain excursion. (Buffet breakfast / Dinner)
    Day 7Rhineland Lake Lucerne - Rhineland
    : We drive via Zurich to Schaffhausen to see the mighty Rhine Falls. Then we enjoy a scenic Black Forest drive before heading north to Heidelberg with its ancient red sandstone castle and then on to our hotel. (Buffet breakfast / Dinner)

    Hotel: Ramada Micado
    Day 8Amsterdam Rhineland - Amsterdam
    : First we take a Rhine cruise passing castles and vineyards from charming St.Goar to Boppard where we rejoin the coach and drive north to Cologne with its renowned twin-spired cathedral. Later we cross into Holland and make our way to the friendly city of Amsterdam where we see Dam Square, the Mint Tower and the fascinating network of canals before continuing to our hotel. (Buffet breakfast)

    Hotel: Dorint Amsterdam Airport
    Day 9London Amsterdam - London
    : We drive back to Calais to take the Channel ferry back to Dover. Finally the short drive through Kent brings us to London where our tour comes to an end. (Buffet breakfast)

    Hotel: Ibis Earls Court
    Day 10London - USA London - USA
    : This morning it's time to bid farewell on your return flight to the USA. (Buffet breakfast)
    Dates/Pricing
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    Disclaimer
    * This list indicates brochure rates and dates.
    ** For single travellers purchasing the twin-share option, please note that there is a no smoking policy in all shared rooms.
    For details on discounts that apply to this tour please refer to a brochure or see your Travel Agent.
    The displayed prices are based on twin-share accommodation. A single supplement price is available on request.

    - These prices are correct at the time of the website going live, however are subject to confirmation at the time of booking.
    - All tour information is correct at time of tours going live, however is subject to change, please confirm all details at time of booking.
    - For full terms and conditions, please refer to our Conditions page.